How to plan the perfect trip to California (California Travel Guide)

California is one of the most visited of all of the U.S. states and it is easy to see why. California offers everything a family could possibly want from a holiday; it has long stretches of golden sandy Beaches, Disneyland, Disney California Adventure Park, Theme Parks, Zoos, Yosemite National Park, The Golden Gate Bridge, Designer Shops, Hollywood and The Hollywood Walk of Fame. You can also easily visit Alcatraz from California. I visited California as a child and the memories are still fresh in my mind now; I cannot wait to take my family to California one day. I am sure this California Travel Guide will inspire your trip.

California Travel Guide For Families:

Disneyland Park California:

DisneylandPark, originally Disneyland, is the only theme park designed and built under the direct supervision of Walt Disney. It opened in 1955 and is the first of two theme parks built at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim,California. Disneyland Park is much smaller than Disneyworld Florida but it has most of the things you would expect from a Disney Park; Disney Hotels, Rides (some are the same as those in Florida and some are unique to Disneyland Park), Shows, Characters, Parades and of course shops and restaurants.

Hollywood:

No visit to California I would be complete without a trip to Hollywood. Famed for its movies and actors Hollywood is a very special place to be for any movie fan. See the stars on the Hollywood walk of Fame, see the Hollywood sign, and visit the world-famous universal studios; a film studio and theme park.

The Queen Mary:

The Queen Mary is a brilliant family attraction; you can explore the ship from bow to stern and inside and out and you get to hear some very unique facts and insights from the amazing tour guides.

Beaches:

Venice beach. Malibu. Santa Monica. California has some of the most Famous Beaches in the WORLD! If you do head to a beach then make sure you stay for sunset as he really is one of the most incredible sunsets in the world.

Designer Shops:

Rodeo Drive is one of the most exclusive places to shop in the world; it is full of designer stores. It also hosts regular exclusive events such as jewellery festivals & summer entertainment.

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